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Atlanta comes alive every day with unforgettable experiences — and Creative Loafing is your trusted guide. Whether you’re planning a night out, looking ahead to this weekend, or searching for something to do right now, our live-updating calendar makes it easy to explore what’s happening across the city. Use the filters to sort by date, time, or category — from live music and food festivals to free events, arts shows, and nightlife.

Browse featured picks below or dive into dedicated sections for music, festivals, arts, nightlife, sports, and more.

Upcoming Festivals

Georgia Latino International Film Festival 2025

10/02/2025 12:00 AM

October 2 - 5, 2025

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18th Annual Buried Alive Film Festival

11/07/2025 12:00 AM

BAFF 2025 will take place at the Plaza Theatre on November 7 - 9, 2025

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Chomp & Stomp Festival 2025

11/08/2025 11:00 AM

Saturday, November 8, 2025

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Critic's Picks

2025 Shaky Knees Music Festival (Day One)

09/19/2025 4:00 PM

Piedmont Park

CRITIC’S PICK:
Fri.-Sun, Sept. 19-21
Shaky Knees Music Festival, Piedmont Park — There is...

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Alliance Theatre presents Fiddler on the Roof

09/19/2025 7:30 PM

Alliance Theatre

Thu., Sep. 4 - Sun., Oct. 5CRITIC’S PICK:Fiddler on the Roof, Alliance Theatre & Atlanta Opera —...

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The Taming of the Shrew

09/19/2025 7:30 PM

Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse

CRITIC’S PICK:

The Taming of the Shrew, Atlanta Shakespeare Company — A headstrong woman named...

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Real Women Have Curves by Josefina Lopez - Merely Players

09/19/2025 7:30 PM

Merely Players Presents

Thu., Sep. 18 - Sun., Sep. 28

CRITIC’S PICK:
Real Women Have Curves by Josefina Lopez, Merely...

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The Producers - A Mel Brooks Musical

09/19/2025 8:00 PM

Byers Theatre at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center

Fri., Sep. 5 - Sun., Sep. 21

CRITIC’S PICK:
The Producers: A Mel Brooks Musical, City Springs...

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Bright Star by Steve Martin & Edie Brickell

09/19/2025 8:00 PM

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre

Fri., Sep. 5 - Sun., Sep. 21

CRITIC’S PICK:
Bright Star by Steve Martin & Edie Brickell, Strand...

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Marshall Crenshaw

09/19/2025 9:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK:
Fri. Sept. 19
Marshall Crenshaw, James Mastro, Eddie’s Attic — Since his 1982...

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TV On The Radio

09/19/2025 11:45 PM

Center Stage Theater

CRITIC’S PICK:
Fri., Sep. 19
TV On The Radio, Center Stage Theater — After two decades of...

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2025 Shaky Knees Music Festival (Day Two)

09/20/2025 11:30 AM

Piedmont Park

CRITIC’S PICK:
Saturday, Sept. 20
Shaky Knees Music Festival, Piedmont Park — There is...

—more info

Atlanta Events

Here's what is upcoming at the larger venues around Atlanta.

Alliance Theatre presents Fiddler on the Roof

09/19/2025 7:30 PM

Alliance Theatre

Thu., Sep. 4 - Sun., Oct. 5CRITIC’S PICK:Fiddler on the Roof, Alliance Theatre & Atlanta Opera —...

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Atlanta Braves vs. Washington Nationals

09/22/2025 7:15 PM

Truist Park

No description provided

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Lang Lang Performs Beethoven

09/19/2025 8:00 PM

Atlanta Symphony Hall

Experience the staggering dynamism of piano megast...

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2025 GOCA Teal Trot 5K

09/20/2025 9:30 AM

Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park

GET READY TO TEAL TROT!

Join us for the 2025 Geo...

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The Cult

09/24/2025 8:00 PM

Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

Beatific Savagery. Metamorphosis.

A communal ga...

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Kimberly Akimbo (Touring)

09/20/2025 7:00 PM

Fox Theatre

The 2023 Tony-winner for Best Musical, based on Da...

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High Museum Summer Exhibits (fridays)

09/19/2025 10:00 AM

High Museum of Art

Thu., Jun. 27 - Sun., Oct. 12
CRITIC’S PICK:
Faith Ringgold: Seeing Children, High Museum of Art...

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Atlanta United FC v San Diego FC

09/20/2025 4:30 PM

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

No description provided

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Atlanta Hawks v. Toronto Raptors

09/20/2025 2:00 PM

State Farm Arena

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Artist Meetup

Sunday September 13, 2026 02:00 AM EDT 12 months from now

Reeves House Visual Arts Center Cost: Free

Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.

About Amateur and professional artists are invited to hangout at the Reeves House with us. Grab a coffee and bring your sketchbook or work in progress. We'll discuss upcoming opportunities for artists at Reeves House and other local galleries and art centers and have an opportunity to share wor... [click here for more]

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